“I learned how to really dig into an article and analyze the different sources and claims. THINKING PRO really unlocked a part of my brain that I did not know that I had.”
- 9th Grade Student
“This is a fantastic lesson in how to evaluate what you read online. I can use this again when we talk about fake news and in how to distinguish between evidence-based news stories and junk.”
- High School Teacher
Interactive Learning Videos
Our suite of 20 interactive learning videos emulate the best practice of using critical thinking and reading strategies. The use of animation, narration, and instant feedback creates a personalized experience and fosters mastery learning.Local News Articles
Unlike learning programs by large publishers, THINKING PRO has been designed to create purposeful learning experiences that connect students to their local communities.Local issues and local news media are used as a motivational hook for students to ensure deep learning and relevancy to their personal lives beyond the classroom.
Being able to engage in deep thinking about the local issues that are at the forefront of their community is a critical skill set for students to have, particularly in high school when they’re getting ready to go out into the workforce or to take another [academic] path.”
- Curriculum Director
Our Turnkey Solution
THINKING PRO is an innovative school curriculum and integrated professional development program that builds critical thinking, reading comprehension, and media literacy skills in the classroom using the local news media as a tool.
